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Celebrating Excellence in Sustainable Design: Schmidt Associates Wins USGBC’s Green Building of the Year Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

Schmidt Associates, an Indianapolis-based regional architecture, engineering, and interior design firm, proudly announces its prestigious win of the Green Building of the Year: New Construction award from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) East North Central Region.

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10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home

The Pro Builder

Department of Energy’s Home Energy Score (HES) , which assesses the energy efficiency of a home based on its structure and heating, cooling, and hot-water systems, has a greater influence on home sale prices across the country. The units also include a quick-hang bracket system, making one-person installation easier. 15 asphalt felt.

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Top Sustainable Design Trends in the Commercial Sector

CCR Magazine

The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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Sustainable Renovation: Helping Businesses Cut Carbon Footprint

CCR Magazine

Whether upgrading to energy-efficient materials, improving insulation, or investing in replacement windows Houston Texas , sustainable renovation allows businesses to align their operations with modern green standards while maintaining efficiency and comfort. Sustainable renovations require proper waste management strategies to be successful.

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Iowa fire station embraces biophilia to reduce PTSD in firefighters

Construction Specifier

The design from OPN Architects stayed loyal to the principles of biophilic design as outlined in the white paper, 14 Patterns of Biophilia , published by the consultant, Terrapin Bright Green. Use of natural materials: The exterior skin of the building is clad in shou sugi ban wood, complemented by cedar and Ipe wood decks.

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The Desert Comfort Idea Home: a True Desert Oasis

The Pro Builder

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. There is a very limited labor force, especially when you’re doing something really state-of-the-art,” Leavitt says.

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Emerging Construction Technology Trends in Green Building: Sustainable Innovations

Building Radar

As we progress through 2024, several emerging trends in green building technology are paving the way for more sustainable and efficient construction practices. Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) One of the most significant innovations in green building is the use of cross-laminated timber (CLT).